Fabbrix® ELEMENTO FGF
Large-format 3D printing with pellet extrusion
Pellet Extrusion
Fabbrix® ELEMENTO FGF redefines industrial 3D printing by combining large-format capabilities with the efficiency of pellet extrusion. Built on the proven ELEMENTO TC platform, this machine inherits a solid mechanical structure, advanced motion control, and a user-friendly interface, ensuring reliability and performance in demanding industrial environments.
Why Pellet Extrusion?
Pellet extrusion offers key advantages over traditional filament-based systems, making it ideal for high-volume and cost-sensitive applications.
- Material Cost Reduction: Pellets are significantly more affordable than filaments, lowering material costs by up to 80%.
- Higher Deposition Rates: The extruder is engineered to match the machine's large-scale printing capabilities, ensuring rapid production of big parts.
- Expanded Material Compatibility: A wider range of thermoplastics can be processed, including reinforced, recycled, and high-performance polymers.
- Sustainable Manufacturing: Pellet-based printing reduces waste, enabling more sustainable and eco-friendly production workflows.
- Faster Production: The high deposition rate reduces printing times, decreasing overall energy consumption per unit produced.
- Lower Processing Temperatures: Some pellet materials can be processed at lower temperatures compared to their filament counterparts, resulting in reduced energy usage.
- Stronger, Cost-Effective Structures: The ability to use fiber-reinforced materials and optimize part geometries allows to produce stronger components at a lower cost.
- Improved Layer Adhesion: Direct pellet extrusion enhances fusion between layers, increasing the mechanical resistance of printed parts.
A High-Performance Extruder for Large-Scale Printing
ELEMENTO FGF features a high-output extruder with nozzle sizes ranging from 0.6mm to 2.5mm, proportioned to the machine’s build volume. This ensures:
- Optimal balance between precision and speed for large parts.
- Uniform and reliable material deposition.
- The ability to process high-viscosity and fiber-reinforced materials efficiently.
Compatible Materials with Fabbrix® FGF Extruder
ELEMENTO FGF supports a wide range of industrial-grade thermoplastics, including:
- Recycled and Bio-Based Pellets – Sustainable options for eco-conscious production.
- PLA – Biodegradable, glossy, and heat-resistant, made from renewable sources.
- PETG – Tough, impact-resistant, and highly flexible.
- PETG-GF – Glass fiber-reinforced PETG for improved strength and printability.
- TPU – Highly elastic, wear-resistant, and free of plasticizers.
- ABS – Heat and impact-resistant, with excellent mechanical properties.
- ABS-CF – Carbon fiber-reinforced ABS for enhanced strength and durability.
- PAHT-CF – High-temperature resistant, warp-free nylon with carbon fiber reinforcement.
- PP – Lightweight, chemical-resistant, and capable of withstanding high temperatures.
- PC-CF – Carbon fiber-reinforced PC for high-strength, anti-static applications.
Built on the ELEMENTO TC Platform
Leveraging the established ELEMENTO TC platform, ELEMENTO FGF benefits from:
- A proven mechanical structure ensuring long-term stability and precision.
- Advanced motion control, featuring high-speed ball screws, triple independent Z motors, and integrated motor encoders for maximum reliability, even during long prints.
- True Automatic Bed Leveling (ABL) for precise first-layer adhesion and consistent print quality.
- A user-friendly interface for intuitive machine operation and process monitoring.
Applications
With its large build volume and powerful pellet extrusion system, ELEMENTO FGF is ideal for:
- Marine Industry: Lightweight structural interiors, corrosion-resistant components, and large-format molds for composite boat parts.
- Railway Sector: Flame-retardant interior panels, customized seat structures, and overhead luggage compartments.
- Automotive & Utility Vehicles: Tailored dashboards, reinforced bumpers, and technical housings for agricultural and off-road machinery.
- Construction & Architecture: Reusable formworks, structural elements, and decorative components for temporary or permanent installations.
- Aerospace & Drone Applications: Protective shells, precision enclosures, and components for testing and integration.
- Design & Art Installations: Large-scale creations with complex geometries for artistic and architectural expression.
- Furniture & Consumer Products: Rapid manufacturing of functional, customized parts with unique design features.
tailored dashboards
reinforced bumpers
technical housings
flame-retardant interior panels
customized seat structures
overhead luggage compartments
custom drone components and protective shells
tactical equipment casings and enclosures
molded parts for vehicle armor and structural add-ons
Scale Smarter, Print Faster
ELEMENTO FGF delivers the speed, cost-efficiency, and material flexibility that modern industrial applications demand.
Ready to experience the power of pellet extrusion for your projects? Contact us today!